Funding grants for new research into AI and teen development

OpenAI is committing $5 million to fund independent research on the impact of generative AI on adolescents aged 13-17, with a focus on their social and emotional development. The program aims to build an evidence base to inform AI product development and policy, examining topics like usage patterns, potential impacts, and effective safeguards. Research proposals are encouraged from diverse interdisciplinary fields and global regions, particularly where AI adoption is high. Applications must detail rigorous methodologies, ethical considerations for studies involving minors, and a clear budget. The grants, up to $1 million per project, are administered by OpenAI Group PBC, with submissions open until October 6, 2026, and a priority on research that can inform near-term policy decisions.

(Source：OpenAI)